# HamRadar vs DigiDecoder

The clearest difference is rating: DigiDecoder at 4.5 against HamRadar's 3.8. HamRadar's advantage is update cadence (daily vs weekly) and review sentiment (67% vs 50%). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. HamRadar sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per year and DigiDecoder sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

DigiDecoder holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6 and 8 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 67% of HamRadar's written reviews are positive against 50% of DigiDecoder's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

HamRadar ships an update daily, DigiDecoder weekly. Both last shipped on November 5, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | HamRadar | DigiDecoder |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.8 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hamradar/id6755948672/reviews) | **[4.5 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/digidecoder-ham-radio/id6759073503/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 6 | **8** |
| Positive reviews | **66.7% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Daily** | Weekly |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 16 MB | 16 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.2** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Jacob Knight](https://appshunter.io/developer/1856479297) | [Lukasz Skierkowski](https://appshunter.io/developer/1280847319) |

## What reviewers say

### HamRadar

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hamradar/id6755948672)

Instantly find and connect to amateur radio repeaters with a comprehensive database and an aircraft-style radar interface. View detailed information for over 62,000 active repeaters across all U.S. states, with offline access and Apple Watch complications.

**Highlights:** Offline repeater database, Aircraft-style radar sweep, Integrated compass, Configurable scan range, List view sorted by distance, Apple Watch complications

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| United States | $9.99 | per year |


### DigiDecoder

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/digidecoder-ham-radio/id6759073503)

Decode and encode various ham radio digital modes in real-time. Supports automatic mode recognition, SSTV image transmission, and multiple packet TNC options. Offers a free trial before monthly subscription or lifetime purchase.

**Highlights:** Universal digital modes decoder/encoder, Automatic mode recognition, Real-time animated waterfall display, SSTV image encoding and transmission, Support for FT8, CW, Packet, and more, Bluetooth and network TNC support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| DigiDecoder Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| DigiDecoder Lifetime | $8.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is HamRadar free?

HamRadar is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is DigiDecoder free?

DigiDecoder is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, HamRadar or DigiDecoder?

DigiDecoder is rated higher. HamRadar averages 3.8 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while DigiDecoder averages 4.5 from 8 ratings.

### Do HamRadar or DigiDecoder have ads?

Neither HamRadar nor DigiDecoder shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, HamRadar or DigiDecoder?

HamRadar ships an update daily, and DigiDecoder weekly. Most recently, HamRadar was updated on November 5, 2026 and DigiDecoder on November 5, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*